The Mental Capacity Act

Overview

This half day course will provide practitioners with a clear overview of the Mental Capacity Act and its practical application in adult social care.

Who is The Mental Capacity Act aimed at?

All staff who work in adult social care

Course Length

a half day

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:-

• List the functions of the Mental Capacity Act
• Describe the groups that will be affected by the legislation
• Explain what is meant by the functional test
• Explain the role of Lasting Power of Attorneys
• Describe the function of the Court of Protection